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Dermatologist Ekaterina Khachaturian told why your head might itch.

First of all, the doctor emphasized that the constant itching in the head should not be ignored, whatever the origin of this problem, the dermatologist will help to deal with it as quickly and effectively as possible.

dandruff

Dandruff is often the cause of itching and dryness of the scalp, and this dandruff appears due to an excess of fungi.

Neurodermatitis

It appears as a reaction to the use of care products. In this case, it is necessary to pay special attention to how you wash the hair, since it is the remnants of shampoo on the skin that can provoke itching.

Allergic contact dermatitis

It’s common among people who dye their hair, especially black hair dye that contains para-phenylenediamine (PPD). You may also be allergic to skin care products. In this case, a rash may appear on the skin, and not only on the head, but also in other areas of contact with the allergen.

lice

If the itching is suspected to be head lice, the skin and hair should be carefully examined for insects.

scabies

It is caused by scabies mites. Itching of this origin is so severe that it can interfere with sleep at night.

psoriasis

It may be accompanied by itching of varying intensity. At the same time, red spots and plaques, scaling, silvery-white crust and dry skin appear on the scalp.

skin disease

It manifests itself as a feeling of “heat” on the head and the area behind the ears, redness and peeling.

In addition, the expert warned that itching could be a symptom of skin cancer.